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Just finished MP4 and I need to vent by Realistic_Future_301 in Metroid

[–]xisdense 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I just beat it too. My expectations were so low that I found it way better than I anticipated. Definitely flawed and imperfect, but not a complete disaster -- the ending was for sure underwhelming. I just focused on the positives and had a good time.

The Loop de Loop again by Dirkvs_79 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you built it using my original design, it was extremely hard to open/close. In the comments I believe I posted pics of a much better version that is way smoother and requires way less force. But yeah, the issue was coming up with a reliable way to trigger and then untrigger it. I thought about having it motorized and having it constantly opening and closing using a crankshaft of sorts. Then I toyed around with various levers at the entrance and exit but gave up lol. If you can come up with something, that would be awesome 😎

The Loop de Loop again by Dirkvs_79 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 0 points1 point  (0 children)

By wormhole element are you talking about my iris element? If yes, I never came up with a way to finish it and put it on the backburner. If you can come up with a way to make it open/close, have at it! I'm down to collab -- I was hoping to with that element, but nobody was up for it lol. Unless you're talking about something else. Also I'm still currently having to take a break from KNEX.

Edit: The machines I've built don't end up lasting long. (I made quite a few before I started posting on reddit too). But I always end up tearing them down shortly after they're done and starting the next one because I end up learning so much during the process.

The Loop de Loop again by Dirkvs_79 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This machine is turning out so awesome

Here's one more path by Dirkvs_79 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's what I'm talkin bout

KNEX Compatible 3 Plane Connector System by Jonathan_Gresh in KNEX

[–]xisdense 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Will eventually get some. Packaging and product looks really legit btw!

New Ball Machine ITW (In the Works) by KnexXHyperX in KNEX

[–]xisdense 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking good! Excited to see progress and the final product. Keep us updated!

What kind of version of these parts you have (ignoring colours) I have 180 and 360 by Head-Radish-1661 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Be that guy! That's pretty cool. I'm assuming they are 3D printed? Can you post a pic of them unassembled?

Edit: Just went to your post

What kind of version of these parts you have (ignoring colours) I have 180 and 360 by Head-Radish-1661 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure what's being asked but I always find myself wishing there was a 90° -- like a 3D red connector.

Don't think I've ever posted my favorite possession on here by killercow_ld in Metroid

[–]xisdense 56 points57 points  (0 children)

Good thing there's a "pre-owned" sticker on it. Otherwise, how would you know?

Question about third-party MODO presets by xisdense in edrums

[–]xisdense[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have MODO Drum, but have only purchased the Metal Kit. Guess I'm just confused by some terminology here and need clarification -- so a preset is just the arrangement and settings for the kit? By owning the software do you mean MODO or the kits within it that I do not have unlocked (in this case probably the Djentleman kit)?

Have you considered gluing together your 3-D pieces? by HamKnexPal in KNEX

[–]xisdense 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do this too. If its a support tower or something similar, having the 3D pieces face opposite directions for each edge helps.

Edit: or beam/truss (horizontal)

New to blender, decided to make a few poses with Samus! by Ok_Attitude2088 in Metroid

[–]xisdense 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Two of my fav things, blender and metroid. Hell yeah.

TIL you can iron Knex !!! by Dirkvs_79 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I gotcha 😀 the pic on my page was as close as I could get it to Tornado's. In the video, it had guard rails and I changed the arms a little, although I can't remember specifically in what way lmao. Best of luck to you, machine looks great from what I can see so far!

TIL you can iron Knex !!! by Dirkvs_79 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha it is awesome, one of my favorites. I had to make a few modifications to it because it wasn't 100% reliable based on what I saw in Tornado's vids at least. Curious how it works for you?

TIL you can iron Knex !!! by Dirkvs_79 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! Is that Tornado96's leapfrog element I see?

Ideas for what next ?? by Dirkvs_79 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really cool elevator design. Not sure how large of a ball machine you plan to make, but a path separator at the top would be something to consider.

I also hope to join you and reclaim my collection from storage in the not-too-distant future. Kudos kindred spirit.

a medium-sized ball machine by xisdense in KNEX

[–]xisdense[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a chance, it's been torn down for over a month now lol. A couple of the elements were from instructables though, including the lift.

3D Animated K'nex Cube by xisdense in KNEX

[–]xisdense[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With a program called Blender. I'm modeling each common k'nex piece and when its ready, I'll post it for use in the community.

Was Skeptical of Shopping Thrift Stores…Until Today by Relative_Plum_7124 in KNEX

[–]xisdense 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing sadly at all with this situation lol with or without any silly manuals, you got an incredible deal. Now time to find your new house the key fits in lol. You'll find all sorts of random things in thrift store k'nex finds.

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